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Mark Ray

Client Relations
Chicago,Illinois

Summary

Results-driven professional focused on delivering exceptional support for customer needs. Successfully manages concerns and resolves conflicts to maximize customer satisfaction. Offers strong background in customer relations and communication.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Member Service Advisor (Temporary)

American Dental Association
Chicago, United States
10.2021 - Current
  • Learned internal systems and related service role duties to provide skilled team backup in handling customer demands.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of internal processes and industry best practices to optimize service delivery.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.

Client Service Coordinator

Atlas Stationers
Chicago, Illinois
09.2015 - 11.2020
  • Monitored metrics and developed actionable insights to improve efficiency and performance.
  • Created customer support strategies to increase customer retention.
  • Cultivated long-lasting client relationships based on trust and solid understanding of business needs.
  • Maintained accurate record-keeping with proactive attention to client information updates.

Store Manager

Sermoneta Gloves
Chicago, Illinois
11.2010 - 04.2015
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.

Operations Manager

Old Navy
Geneva, IL
04.2005 - 05.2010
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
  • Spearheaded department training to enhance employee performance and boost employee productivity.
  • Identified procedure or process changes required to improve performance and productivity.

Sales Manager

Bloomingdale's
Chicago, Illinois
09.1998 - 10.2004
  • Led account planning strategy sessions aimed at retaining and acquiring customers and increasing business opportunities.
  • Targeted and prospected for new business through telemarketing, individual creativity and innovation.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
  • Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.

Sales Consultant

Neiman Marcus
Oak Brook, IL
07.1997 - 07.1998
  • Provided sales and customer service assistance to walk-in traffic
  • Increased sales by fostering relationships with customers, implementing business strategies and suggesting areas for improvement.
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
08.1993 - 05.1997

Skills

    Staff education and training

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Software

Word, Outlook, Excel, Microsoft Office, Power Point

Interests

I frequently volunteer for local arts organizations

Timeline

Member Service Advisor (Temporary)

American Dental Association
10.2021 - Current

Client Service Coordinator

Atlas Stationers
09.2015 - 11.2020

Store Manager

Sermoneta Gloves
11.2010 - 04.2015

Operations Manager

Old Navy
04.2005 - 05.2010

Sales Manager

Bloomingdale's
09.1998 - 10.2004

Sales Consultant

Neiman Marcus
07.1997 - 07.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Western Illinois University
08.1993 - 05.1997
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